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1950s Maps of Salt Lake County, Utah

Explore 26 historic maps of Salt Lake County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Salt Lake County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Salt Lake County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Salt Lake County, UT maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Fort Douglas, 1958 Print
    1950 Map of Fort Douglas, 1958 Print
    1950 Fort Douglas
    1958 Print · USGS
    The eastern benches of Salt Lake City meet the Wasatch foothills in the early fifties, showing a city expanding toward the canyons. Genealogists and historians can locate the City Cemetery, the University of Utah, and the This Is the Place Monument.
  4. 1951 Map of Fort Douglas
    1951 Map of Fort Douglas
    1951 Fort Douglas
    1951 Print · USGS
    Salt Lake City's eastern neighborhoods and the Wasatch foothills are captured in the early fifties, showing the city's growth toward the mountains. Researchers can find precise locations for the University of Utah, the City Cemetery, and the Fort Douglas military grounds.
  7. 1951 Map of Jordan Narrows, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Jordan Narrows, 1952 Print
    1951 Jordan Narrows
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Jordan River valley at the Salt Lake and Utah County border was a hub of irrigation and rail in the early fifties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Bluffdale, the boundaries of Camp Williams, and the site of the Utah State Prison.
    6 unique versions available
  10. 1951 Map of Saltair, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Saltair, 1952 Print
    1951 Saltair
    1952 Print · USGS
    The eastern shores of the Great Salt Lake are shown in the early 1950s, a time when salt production and private waterfowl clubs dominated the landscape. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail sidings of Riter and Ewing (Siding) or locate landmarks like the K S L Radio Towers and Saltair.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1951 Map of Lehi, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Lehi, 1953 Print
    1951 Lehi
    1953 Print · USGS
    The northern Utah County valley in the early fifties reveals a landscape of expanding towns and intricate irrigation. Genealogists can trace family sites from Lehi to Alpine, including the American Fk Training Sch and the Pioneer Mem Cem.
    5 unique versions available
  16. 1951 Map of Salt Lake City South, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Salt Lake City South, 1953 Print
    1951 Salt Lake City South
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Salt Lake Valley undergoes post-war expansion in the early fifties as the urban grid begins to overtake surrounding farmlands. Trace the development of Murray and Kearns, and locate historic landmarks like the Taylorsville Cemetery and Falcon Field.
  19. 1951 Map of Midvale, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Midvale, 1953 Print
    1951 Midvale
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Salt Lake Valley in the early fifties shows a landscape of busy rail corridors and irrigation canals before the onset of modern suburban sprawl. Trace the industrial heritage of the Sugar Factory or locate family roots near Jordan High Sch and the Midvale rail sidings.
  22. 1951 Map of Salt Lake City North, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Salt Lake City North, 1953 Print
    1951 Salt Lake City North
    1953 Print · USGS
    Salt Lake City and its northern neighbors appear in the early fifties during a period of significant post-war expansion. Researchers can trace the layout of SALT LAKE CITY and find landmarks like the State Capitol, Becks Hot Springs, and Woods Cross.
  25. 1952 Map of Saltair NE, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Saltair NE, 1953 Print
    1952 Saltair NE
    1953 Print · USGS
    The eastern shores of the Great Salt Lake are documented here during the early fifties, showing a landscape of mineral crusts and early infrastructure. Researchers can trace the path of the Salt Lake City Sewage Canal and the extent of the Salt Flat at a recorded elevation of 4200 feet.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1952 Map of Sugar House, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Sugar House, 1954 Print
    1952 Sugar House
    1954 Print · USGS
    Salt Lake City's eastern suburbs and the rugged Wasatch front are captured here in the early fifties as the city expanded toward the mountains. Researchers can find the State Prison (Abandoned), the Hogle Garden Zoo, and the industrial Brick Kilns near the D & R G W RR line.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1952 Map of Farmington, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Farmington, 1954 Print
    1952 Farmington
    1954 Print · USGS
    Davis County during the early 1950s shows the narrow corridor of growth between the mountains and the Great Salt Lake. Genealogy researchers can trace family homesteads near Woods Cross, find the historic Lagoon grounds, and follow the paths of three major rail lines like the Bamberger Railroad.
    4 unique versions available
  34. 1952 Map of Magna, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Magna, 1954 Print
    1952 Magna
    1954 Print · USGS
    Salt Lake County is seen during a period of heavy industrial growth and rail expansion in the early fifties. Genealogists can trace the residential blocks of Magna and Hunter, while historians can locate industrial landmarks like the Magna Mill and the Powder Plant at Bacchus.
    6 unique versions available
  37. 1952 Map of Bingham Canyon, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Bingham Canyon, 1954 Print
    1952 Bingham Canyon
    1954 Print · USGS
    Bingham Canyon was the heart of Utah copper mining in the early fifties, showing the massive Copper Pit and its surrounding rail networks. Researchers can trace vanished residential pockets like Highland Boy and Copperfield or locate landmarks like the Central Sch.
    5 unique versions available
  40. 1952 Map of Antelope Island South, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Antelope Island South, 1954 Print
    1952 Antelope Island South
    1954 Print · USGS
    The southern shores of the Great Salt Lake are captured here in the early fifties, showcasing a blend of industrial salt works and lakeside recreation. Researchers can trace the layout of the Saltair Resort, locate the historic Roller Coaster, and explore the vast Salt Evaporators along the Garfield and Western Base Line.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1952 Map of Lark, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Lark, 1954 Print
    1952 Lark
    1954 Print · USGS
    The mining and farming communities of the Oquirrh foothills are captured here in the early fifties, documenting the height of the regional copper era. Local researchers can trace family landmarks like Bingham High Sch, the Herriman Cem, and several named mine portals including the Butterfield Tunnel.
    5 unique versions available
  46. 1952 Map of Draper, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Draper, 1954 Print
    1952 Draper
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Salt Lake Valley at the start of the fifties reveals a landscape of irrigation canals, early private airfields, and rail spurs. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Draper, Union, and Sandy, or locate the Union Cemetery and the Historic Mon Temple Granite Quarry.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1952 Map of Garfield, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Garfield, 1954 Print
    1952 Garfield
    1954 Print · USGS
    The industrial corridor of the southern Great Salt Lake comes alive in the early fifties, showing the massive milling and smelting operations at Garfield and Arthur. Trace historical sites like the Site of First Utah Smelter alongside the rail networks of the Western Pacific Railroad.
  52. 1953 Map of Tooele, 1968 Print
    1953 Map of Tooele, 1968 Print
    1953 Tooele
    1968 Print · USGS
    Tooele County is shown here in the 1950s, a vast landscape transitioning between the industrial growth of the Salt Lake Valley and isolated military testing grounds. Researchers can trace the routes of the Western Pacific railroad and locate historic outposts like Iosepa Ranch and St John Station.
    3 unique versions available
  55. 1954 Map of Tickville Spring, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Tickville Spring, 1956 Print
    1954 Tickville Spring
    1956 Print · USGS
    The border of Salt Lake and Utah Counties in the mid-1950s was defined by large-scale land management and natural terrain. Genealogists and historians can trace old water systems and access routes like the Cedar Fort Ditch, Butterfield Tunnel, and Tickville Spring.
    4 unique versions available
  58. 1954 Map of Salt Lake City, 1964 Print
    1954 Map of Salt Lake City, 1964 Print
    1954 Salt Lake City
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Wasatch Front and Uinta Mountains are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the industrial heart of Utah and its high mountain wilderness. Researchers can locate vanished infrastructure and landmarks like the Geneva Steel Plant, Bingham Canyon Mine, and the Utah State Prison.
    4 unique versions available
  61. 1955 Map of Brighton, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Brighton, 1957 Print
    1955 Brighton
    1957 Print · USGS
    The high Wasatch peaks are captured in the mid-1950s as a landscape defined by deep-shaft mining and emerging alpine recreation. Researchers can trace historic extraction sites like the Daly West Mine and Dutchman Mine alongside early camps such as Redman Forest Camp.
    4 unique versions available
  64. 1955 Map of Mount Aire, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Mount Aire, 1957 Print
    1955 Mount Aire
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Wasatch Range east of Salt Lake City is shown in the mid-1950s as a hub of mining history and mountain recreation. Researchers can locate the Maxfield Mine, trace the scouting grounds at Tracy Wigwam, and find vanished campsites like Maple Cove Campground.
    6 unique versions available
  67. 1955 Map of Park City West, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Park City West, 1957 Print
    1955 Park City West
    1957 Print · USGS
    Silver mining and high-altitude ranching define the Summit County landscape in the mid-fifties. Researchers can trace the extensive industrial works of the Silver King Mine and Crescent Tunnel, or locate early burial sites like Glenwood Cemetery and Quarry Cem.
    6 unique versions available
  70. 1955 Map of Dromedary Peak, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Dromedary Peak, 1957 Print
    1955 Dromedary Peak
    1957 Print · USGS
    The silver mining district around Alta reached a period of transition in the mid-1950s, as traditional claims met modern wilderness management. Researchers can trace decades of subterranean history through detailed labels for the Cardiff Mine, Emma Tunnel, and Flagstaff Mine.
    6 unique versions available
  73. 1955 Map of Tooele, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Tooele, 1958 Print
    1955 Tooele
    1958 Print · USGS
    Tooele County and the Great Salt Lake are captured here during the mid-fifties, an era of burgeoning military testing and industrial mining. Researchers can trace the rail sidings at Salduro Station, the grounds of the Deseret Chemical Corps Depot, and the International Smelting Co facilities.
    3 unique versions available
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